The Britpop revival has been underway for months, but it’s really come into vogue after Oasis’s triumphant, sometimes still unbelievable return in Cardiff last night.
Those nostalgic moments many felt at the show will no doubt conjure up the zeitgeist of Cool Britannia; when Britain ruled the airwaves both sides of the Atlantic, interest in British music was at a level akin to the British Invasion of the '60s, and a number of acts were giving their US counterparts a run for their money. Then, of course, there were the numerous releases – which is what we’re focusing on today.
We’ve taken a look at Discogs, the online music marketplace, to see what releases from a number of Britpop acts are worth a small fortune – with one release in particular having sold for just over £800 previously on the website. Some of these records are incredibly rare, while others, for music fans of a certain age, might just be lounging in your collection begging to be played... or sold, depending on your feelings about the artists in 2025.
So, what have been some of the most valuable records from the era of Cool Britannia, and what were the most they sold for through Discogs? Read on to find out!
13. Ash - Free All Angels (Vinyl, LP, Album - Infectious Records – INFEC100LP, Infectious Records – infec100lp, Home Grown – INFEC100LP, NCM Group – INFEC100LP, UK, 23 Apr 2001)
Released in 2001, Free All Angels propelled Ash to widespread acclaim with its energetic anthems and pop-punk sensibilities. While slightly beyond the Britpop peak, Ash's roots were firmly in the mid-90s British scene. An original LP of this celebrated album commands a significant highest price of £199.99 on Discogs, making it a key target for collectors. | Discogs/Getty Images
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14. Blur - Blur (Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold - Food – FOOD LP 19, Parlophone – 7243 8 55562 1 0, UK, 10 Feb 1997)
Blur's self-titled 1997 album marked a significant shift in their sound, embracing lo-fi, American indie influences. Hits like 'Song 2' cemented their global status while demonstrating their artistic versatility. An original UK LP pressing in a gatefold sleeve is a cornerstone for any serious Britpop vinyl collection, with a highest recorded sale on Discogs of £200.00. | Getty Images/Discogs
15. Pulp - His 'N' Hers (Vinyl, LP, Album - Island Records – ILPS 8025, Island Records – 524 005-1, UK & Europe, 18 Apr 1994)
Pulp's 1994 album His 'N' Hers was their breakthrough, establishing Jarvis Cocker's lyrical genius and the band's knack for vivid, theatrical pop. It perfectly set the stage for their impending superstardom. An original UK & Europe LP pressing of this pivotal album is highly prized, having fetched a highest price of £226.73 on Discogs. | Getty Images/Discogs
16. Oasis - Definitely Maybe (2 × Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold - Helter Skelter – HES 477318 1, Helter Skelter – 477318 1, Europe, 1994)
Oasis's 1994 debut, Definitely Maybe, was an explosive entry into the music scene, becoming the fastest-selling debut album in UK history. It defined the sound and attitude of a generation and remains a Britpop cornerstone. This original European 2xLP pressing in a gatefold sleeve is an absolute holy grail for collectors, boasting a highest recorded sale of £257.65 on Discogs. | Getty Images/Discogs